Ice skating is the perfect wintertime cardio workout. Aside from being a blast, skating builds core and posterior-chain strength. It also has lasting benefits for balance and proprioception, that sense of bodily awareness that gives us grace and ease. Here are 6 places to skate in the Hudson Valley this winter.

Scenic Hudson actively manages 16 parks and has helped int he creation or enhancement of over 65 throughout the Hudson Valley region. Free and open to the public yearround, these parks are a tremendous resource. Here are three Scenic Hudson parks to check out.

Scenic Hudson's parks—16 that the organization actively manages; more than 65 that it has created or enhanced for municipalities and other partners to manage—are one of the region's best-kept recreational secrets.

With 287,500 acres of state-owned forest preserve, the Catskill Mountain range has a lot to offer hikers. The 3500 Club is a group of committed Catskills outdoor enthusiasts who have hiked all 35 mountains over 3,500 feet of elevation.

The next time you munch an apple-cider doughnut or sip a steaming mug of cider as you look at the fall colors, you may find yourself wondering why leaves change color. Here is a look at some of the biological mechanics behind fall foliage, plus 5 places to go to see the Hudson Valley's autumn colors in all their splendor.

New to paddling? Or new to the area? Get an overview of everything you need to know to paddle the Hudson River and the surrounding estuaries, including safety tips, tide info, and several itineraries so you can kayak or canoe safely.

While the weather is warm, take advantage of the glorious Hudson Valley scenic outlooks and pack a picnic. Whether you go with your lover, your friends, or all alone with a book, a fresh air meal is a great way to get outside.

When the weather is nice the Hudson Valley is a great place to be—with endless natural beauty and outdoor recreation opportunities. Get out there and hike one of these trails ending is a deliciously refreshing swimming spot. Some end in pools, some rivers, and others in lakes—either way they are sure to cool you off.